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Chicago cousins exonerated served longest wrongful conviction sentence in Illinois history

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

CHICAGO — Two Chicago men wrongfully convicted of murder more than 40 years ago will be home with their families for the holiday season.The pair of cousins spent 42 years in Prision for a McKinley Park double murder -- the longest serving wrongful conviction in Illinois history. Jimmy Soto's wife says the ruling is a long time coming. "We're grateful to the judge," she told reporters in the Cook County Criminal Courts Building lobby. Family questions CPD’s response after Midway Airport worker shot, killed Soto, along with David Ayala, were wrongly arrested and later convicted in 1981 in connection with two Chicago murders. Under coerced testimony, both were convicted, with Soto being the shooter and Ayalya, a gang leader who allegedly ordered the hits. Lawyers with the University of Chicago Exoneration Project took up their cases and proved corruption.While in prison, Soto earned a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University, recently took the LSAT and is planning to app...

Men charged with killing 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, for black market

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

Two men killed about 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, during a “killing spree” on Montana's Flathead Indian Reservation and elsewhere, then sold eagle parts on a black market that has been a long-running problem for U.S. wildlife officials, a federal grand jury indictment says.The men worked with others to hunt and kill the birds, according to the indictment, and in at least one instance used a dead deer to lure in an eagle that was shot. The two defendants conspired with others who weren't named to sell eagle feathers, tails, wings and other parts for “significant sums of cash” across the United States and elsewhere, the indictment said.A bald eagle flies at Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge Friday, Dec. 24, 2021, in Mound City, Mo. A federal grand jury in Montana early Dec. 2023, has indicted two men accused of killing about 3,600 birds, including bald eagles and golden eagles, and selling them on the black market. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)Simon P...

The top 15 jobs people want to quit the most, according to a recent survey

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

(KTLA) – The results of a recent survey suggest that some of us can't wait to leave our current jobs.The poll, conducted by the software firm Payscale, identified the top 15 jobs workers are planning to quit partially due to stressful work environments, return-to-office mandates, low compensation packages and the current state of the economy.Workers in industries ranging from tech to healthcare dominated the list, even with some of these positions boasting median salaries of over six figures. Is your company planning layoffs, closures? Many states let you check While some respondents indicated they hoped to find work in other professions or fields, many were simply seeking to leave their jobs for identical or similar roles at other companies, where there may be better compensation, benefits, or work-life balance. Payscale also noted that the "expansion of pay transparency legislation" may have given some of these employees a peek at the salaries they could earn for the same job el...

Can TSA stop you for marijuana in your luggage?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Maybe you're gearing up to fly home for the holidays, or flee to a warm-weather destination to escape the cold. And while many states have legalized marijuana, you may want to think twice before packing any. There are many things you can bring throught TSA security checkpoints at airports. That includes some timely items like baked goods, candles, and even your pets. When it comes to marijuana, it's a bit more complicated. Despite recent efforts, marijuana remains illegal on the federal level. TSA explains that that includes certain cannabis-infused products as well, like CBD oil.However, you are allowed to bring cannabis products containing no more than 0.3 percent THC on a dry weight basis or those approved by the FDA in your carry-on or checked luggage, according to TSA. If marijuana is rescheduled, will it be legalized nationwide? These rules apply regardless of the departure or arrival airports.“TSA’s response to the discovery of marijuana is the same in ever...

Person injured after shooting in LA Fitness parking lot in Tinley Park: Report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

TINLEY PARK, Ill. -- A person was injured after a shooting in an LA Fitness parking lot in Tinley Park Thursday night. According to the Village of Tinley Park Public Safety, the incident took place near the 18400 block of Convention Center Drive. Tow truck driver shot multiple times on Eisenhower One person was transported to the hospital and another people is in custidy.This was an isolated incident, and the scene is secure.

How to cope with holiday stress

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The holidays can be a stressful and emotional time for many, and that’s OK.“Some people are dealing with things where they're not feeling very connected,” said Matthew Harmon, a local therapist at Thriveworks. “They're feeling isolated and depressed, anxious, unhappy.”Financial stress plays a big role this time of year, according to Harmon.“We all know that Holidays are not cheap. You gotta buy gifts, and there's traveling and hosting events. And as prices increase, some people's wages are not increasing. That can also create a feeling that they're not supporting their families.”Harmon warned social media could also trigger anxiety.“You see the perfect image, you see a snapshot, but as we know, life is not always perfect.”His advice? Take a deep breath.“There are physiological aspects to relax breathing,” he said. “When you relax the body, it can relax the mind and kind of decrease some of that tension, stress, anxiety and worry that happens when we get too worked u...

Country singer Josh Turner to perform in Rutland

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

RUTLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Country singer Josh Turner is coming to Vermont. He is set to perform at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! This stop is part of Turner's "Greatest Hits" tour. He released his first Greatest Hits album in September, which features 11 of his biggest songs from seven of his studio albums. Turner is best known for the songs "Your Man," "Would You Go With Me," "Hometown Girl," and "Why Don't We Just Dance."Tickets go on sale to the general public on December 15 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Paramount Theatre website.

Comedian Michel Yo previews performances at 'Funny Bone' this weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Comedian Micheal Yo returns to Westport Social for a couple of shows this weekend.He was also back live on FOX 2 News In the Morning with Ty Hawkins. Yo shared info about his upcoming shows at the Funny Bone in Westport Social, along with some big news ahead for New Year's Day. Jordan Kyrou brought to tears after boos, clarifies previous remarks on Craig Berube For more information about Yo's performances, click here.

Intruder breaks into L.A. County home with family still inside

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

Surveillance video captured the moment an intruder broke into a Lakewood home while a family was inside.“It was about 8:30 p.m. and my sister, my grandchildren and myself, we were all here,” said Shimika Davis, the homeowner. “My grandchildren and I were upstairs and he was downstairs in my home.”Video shows the intruder climbing over a wall in the victim's backyard and walking to the back patio door. He peered into the home for nearly an hour before breaking in.“He got in through an unlocked door, unfortunately,” said Davis.When she received a notification of the intruder on her Ring camera app, she decided to go downstairs and confront him.“I went outside and I started yelling at him and he’s ducking down and I’m like, ‘I see you!’” she recalled. “Then he jumped up and jumped across my neighbor’s wall.”Surveillance video captured the moment an intruder broke into a Lakewood home as a family was still inside on Dec. 9, 2023. (Davis Family)Surveillance video captured the moment an i...

Teenage girl missing in Anaheim since Dec. 7

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:52 GMT

Police are asking the public for help in finding a teenage girl who disappeared in Anaheim earlier this month. Seventeen-year-old Ashli Velasquez was last seen on the morning of Dec. 7, near Haster Street and Katella Avenue, the Anaheim Police Department posted on Instagram.No further details about her disappearance were disclosed.Investigators said Ashli is 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs about 160 pounds. She has long black and brown hair. Anyone with information about her whereabouts was asked to call the Police Department at 714-765-1900.